Socorro, New Mexico UFO Sighting Incident Reports and Investigations, April 1964

This document compiles press reports, internal Air Force memos, and investigative summaries regarding the sighting of an unidentified flying object by Socorro, New Mexico police officer Lonnie Zamora on April 24, 1964. Zamora reported observing an egg-shaped, white, metallic craft that landed in a gully south of Socorro. He described seeing two figures in white coveralls near the craft, which was supported by girder-like legs. Upon his approach, the object emitted a loud roar and a blue-to-orange flame, then rose vertically and flew away silently. Subsequent investigations by the Air Force, including Dr. J. Allen Hynek, confirmed the presence of physical traces at the site, specifically four indentations in the ground and charred vegetation. Despite extensive investigation, including inquiries into secret military projects and radar data, no conventional explanation was found. The document highlights the intense public and media interest, including the production of a documentary film, and the frustration of investigators regarding the lack of radar confirmation and the contamination of the site by civilians. The case was officially classified as 'Unknown' by the Air Force, with investigators noting that while Zamora was a sincere and reliable witness, the lack of corroborating evidence left the nature of the object unresolved.